Ripasso | Classic
Along with the classic Valpolicella, Ripasso is one of the most famous red wines from the Veneto. Valpolicella in particular has had a checkered history, sometimes standing between the consumer and the really good versions of this wine. Valpolicella is always a light, fruity and full-bodied red wine that has character and refinement. Valpolicella made by hand is best, which is in stark contrast to industrially made products.
The Ripasso has become known as the 'Amarone Light Version' and is slightly more concentrated and heavier than the Valpolicella Classico. The name already hints at the production process: For the little word 'ripassare' means something like 'repetition' or 'renewed passage'. In this process, dried grape skins from Amarone production are added to the already fermented Valpolicella wine, which triggers a renewed, second fermentation due to the ingredients they contain. The grapes, as well as the additional fermentation process, enrich the Valpolicella with tannins, extracts and colorants. This gives the wine more depth, color, body and also a higher alcohol content. The resulting Valpolicella Ripasso has some of the coveted, characterful qualities of Amarone della Valpolicella - and is also usually much less expensive. - Gerardo [TS06/23]
"That the Amarone is an effective advertising medium for the region has been proven for years by numerous solid top companies. Excellent results have also been achieved in Valpolicella, with the Marion winery becoming increasingly prominent." - Gambero Rosso
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La Piuma · Valpolicella Cl. Sup. Ripasso DOC 2020Campagnola, Veneto
This red wine, produced by the Ripasso method, shows an intense ruby red color. The aroma is spicy with subtle hints of cherries, blueberry jam and tobacco. On the palate still dry, full-bodied, velvety and with only a subtle bitter aftertaste. - Gerardo [TS05/21]
€ 9,95 13,27 €/L
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La Piuma · Valpolicella Cl. Sup. Ripasso DOC 2021Campagnola, Veneto
This red wine, produced by the Ripasso method, shows an intense ruby red color. The aroma is spicy with subtle hints of cherries, blueberry jam and tobacco. On the palate still dry, full-bodied, velvety and with only a subtle bitter aftertaste. - Gerardo [TS05/22]
€ 10,50 14,00 €/L
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Monti Garbi · Valpolicella Ripasso Sup. DOC 2020Tenuta Sant Antonio, Veneto
This Ripasso Superiore comes from the rugged and steep terrain of the Garbi Mountains. It is a really interesting combination of young Valpolicella and Amarone marc. - Gerardo [TS08/21]
€ 12,50 16,67 €/L
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Caterina Zardini · Valpolicella Cl. Sup. DOC 2021Campagnola, Veneto
Excellent Valpolicella Superiore vinified in November after partial drying of the grapes. Deep garnet red color. Elegant bouquet with aromas of ripe cherries, exotic spices and fragrant cedar. In the mouth dry, full and rich flavor, with a very pleasant bitter finish. - Gerardo [TS05/22]
€ 13,95 18,60 €/L
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Custodia · Valpolicella Ripasso DOC 2019Cantina di Custoza, Veneto
This Valpolicella Ripasso is of a muted ruby color in the glass. On the nose hints of cooked fruit, rum pot and spicy herbs. Soft and persistent on the palate. A great Ripasso at a moderate price. - Gerardo [TS02/20]
€ 13,95 18,60 €/L
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Campo Bastiglia · Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso DOC 2019Ca' Rugate, Veneto
This high quality Valpolicella Superiore is produced according to the traditional Ripasso method: Deep garnet red color in the glass. The aromas are fruity with notes of cherries and red fruits with floral and spicy nuances. The taste is full and velvety thanks to the soft tannins. - Gerardo [TS06/20]
€ 13,95 18,60 €/L
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Campo Bastiglia · Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso DOC 2020Ca' Rugate, Veneto
This high quality Valpolicella Superiore is produced according to the traditional Ripasso method: Deep garnet red color in the glass. The aromas are fruity with notes of cherries and red fruits with floral and spicy nuances. The taste is full and velvety thanks to the soft tannins. - Gerardo [TS06/21]
€ 15,50 20,67 €/L
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Campo Lavei · Valpolicella Superiore DOC 2020 (Bio)Ca' Rugate, Veneto
Deep ruby color. The aromas are reminiscent of small ripe berries such as blackberries, currants and cherries, well combined with spicy notes due to the refinement in wood. On the palate this Valpolicella Superiore is soft, with a fine tannic structure, well integrated and giving a pleasant feeling of freshness. - Gerardo [TS06/21]
€ 15,95 21,27 €/L
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Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore DOC 2017 (Bio)Musella, Veneto
The grapes of this Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso come from vineyards located between Montorio and Valle d'Illasi. The bouquet conveys impressions of ripe berry fruit, cinnamon spice and dried herbs. Wonderfully fleshy on the palate with a pleasant bitter note. First-class Ripasso with excellent price/quality ratio. - Gerardo [TS08/18]
€ 17,95 23,93 €/L
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Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore DOC 2017Le Ragose, Veneto
The classic Valpolicella Ripasso is made from hand-picked grapes from the estate's own vineyards, which are among the highest in the Valpolicella area. It is a high quality Valpolicella Ripasso with bite and tonicity that recalls dried fruit on the nose and complex aromas on the palate, although the wine is also lighter than Amarone della Valpolicella. - Gerardo [TS01/18]
€ 18,95 25,27 €/L
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Le Sassine · Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore DOC 2017Le Ragose, Veneto
The high altitudes cultivated by Le Ragose are geographically above the vineyards in the Negrar Valley. This, together with the microclimate that prevails here, favors the ripening of the grapes and lends itself to artisanal quality products of a special kind. The Valpolicella 'Le Sassine' is the most famous wine of Le Ragose and impresses with its bright garnet red color in the glass. In the fragrance of ripe cherries and some rum pot, on the palate dry, pleasantly alcoholic and persistent. - Gerardo [TS01/18]
€ 19,95 26,60 €/L
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Tenuta Missoj · Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore DOC 2020Campagnola, Veneto
Intense ruby red color with light violet hues. Delicate, ethereal, spicy bouquet with elegant balance and hints of jam, black cherry and plum. Dry, harmonious, full flavor with soft, deep tannins. - Gerardo [TS07/21]
€ 18,95 25,27 €/L
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Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore DOC 2019Le Ragose, Veneto
The classic Valpolicella Ripasso is made from hand-picked grapes from the estate's own vineyards, which are among the highest in the Valpolicella area. It is a high quality Valpolicella Ripasso with bite and tonicity that recalls dried fruit on the nose and complex aromas on the palate, although the wine is also lighter than Amarone della Valpolicella. - Gerardo [TS01/20]
€ 18,95 25,27 €/L
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Le Sassine · Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore DOC 2019Le Ragose, Veneto
The high altitudes cultivated by Le Ragose are geographically above the vineyards in the Negrar Valley. This, together with the microclimate that prevails here, favors the ripening of the grapes and lends itself to artisanal quality products of a special kind. The Valpolicella 'Le Sassine' is the most famous wine of Le Ragose and impresses with its bright garnet red color in the glass. In the fragrance of ripe cherries and some rum pot, on the palate dry, pleasantly alcoholic and persistent. - Gerardo [TS01/20]
€ 19,95 26,60 €/L
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Marta Galli · Valpolicella Classico Superiore DOC 2016Le Ragose, Veneto
Vibrant ruby color in the glass. On the nose sweet notes of dried grapes, cherries, plums and some leather and licorice. The grapes, already selected in the vineyard, and their drying for 20-30 days give this wine, aged in French oak barrels, the characteristics, structure as well as concentration that distinguish it from traditional Valpolicella. - Gerardo [TS01/17]
€ 24,95 33,27 €/L
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Ripa della Volta · Valpolicella Ripasso DOC 2020 (Bio)Ottella, Veneto
The Valpolicella Ripasso 'Ripa della Volta' (Valley of the Gods), comes from the second vineyard of the Montresor family (Ottella). After a long search, new vineyards were acquired and developed in the neighboring Valpolicella.
€ 24,95 33,27 €/L
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Valpolicella Superiore DOC 2019Marion, Veneto
The color in the glass is bright ruby red with violet nuances. The bouquet is reminiscent of sour cherries, cloves and laurel. On the palate great freshness, harmonious and of fine-grained tannin. Long the finish with noticeable minerality - Gerardo [TS04/20]
€ 25,95 34,60 €/L
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Valpo · Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso DOC 2014 (Bio)Fasoli Gino, Veneto
The deep dark and concentrated Rosso Veronese 'Valpo' has much of its 'big brother', the world-famous Amarone: the color is a rich garnet red, in the aroma of dried fruit, coffee and some licorice. The palate is fleshy and juicy, marked by sweet tannins. The complex aroma continues into the long finish. - Gerardo [TS05/15]
€ 29,95 € 27,50 36,67 €/L
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Marta Galli · Valpolicella Classico Superiore DOC 2016 (1er Holzkiste)Le Ragose, Veneto
A bottle of Valpolicella Classico Superiore Marta Galli in a high quality original wooden box with sliding lid:
€ 29,95 39,93 €/L
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